Position Overview

We are seeking a Systems Engineer / QA Test & Installation Specialist to support Cubic Transportation Systems' FEnX faregate testing and installation effort. This hands-on role combines quality assurance testing with hardware installation, device configuration, and network validation at transit stations in the San Diego region. The ideal candidate will have experience with transit fare collection systems, firmware diagnostics, and field installation work.

Scope of Work

Support FEnX testing and installation effort for fare collection systems
Execute pre-built TestRail test cases and validate software/hardware integration
Perform device configuration, firmware loading, and onsite hardware verification
Identify, document, and retest defects in collaboration with engineering
Provide daily execution summaries and final completion reports
Support installation punch lists, network validation, and device readiness checks

Core Tech Stack

AFC & Fare Collection Systems

FEnX, NextCity, validators, gates, TVMs
Fare device firmware tools and diagnostic utilities
Back-office transaction systems, API logs, device communication protocols

Testing & QA Tools

TestRail (required)
Jira, Azure DevOps, or ServiceNow for defect management
Confluence for documentation
Git/GitHub/Bitbucket for configuration review

Hardware & Network Tools

Linux/Windows diagnostics
Wireshark / packet capture utilities
Serial/Ethernet communication validation
OEM device provisioning tools
Multimeters and electrical verification tools

Required Qualifications

Experience testing and validating fare-collection systems or similar transactional hardware
Strong functional, regression, and integration testing ability
Firmware loading, device configuration, and hardware validation experience
Low-voltage installation familiarity (Cat5/6, power, grounding)
Ability to read installation diagrams and diagnose field issues
Strong documentation and reporting discipline
Experience in transit, AFC, or industrial technical environments

Preferred Qualifications

Direct experience with Cubic systems (FEnX, NextCity, Umo)
Familiarity with contactless payment technologies (NFC, EMV, mobile wallets)
Network troubleshooting and packet analysis experience
ISTQB or similar QA certification

Deliverables

Daily execution status summaries
Defect logs with detailed reproduction steps and retest confirmations
Installation punch list and hardware verification checklist
Final Test Completion Summary Report

Compensation & Schedule

Pay Rate: $45 – $70 per hour (DOE)

Duration: December 2025 – February 2026 (Contract)

Schedule: Monday – Friday, Day Shift (exact hours TBD)

Location: San Diego, CA – On-site at transit facilities

About Cubic Transportation Systems

Cubic Transportation Systems is a global leader in public transport payment and information solutions, providing automated fare collection systems to transit agencies worldwide. Headquartered in San Diego, Cubic designs and integrates next-generation faregate infrastructure including the FEnX system, which leverages AI and computer vision for fare detection. The company serves major transit networks including those in New York, London, Sydney, and the San Francisco Bay Area.

Company DescriptionESP Enterprises, Inc. has over 20 years of concentrated experience in the installation, system upgrade, maintenance, and staffing for public transit projects. ESP’s work with industry leading vendors has enabled us to acquire in-depth knowledge and distinctive experience. With an approach of being the project solution for our customers, ESP has distinguished itself as the go to source for the transit industry in the United States.

ESP Culture Statement

Your ability to work with in our culture is critical for your success.

If you can commit to and live with the following principles, you’re the type of person that will be successful and help our company thrive. If you feel this level of engagement is not right for you or you’re not willing to participate with us at this level, then we’re not a good fit for you.

Our expectation is that you’ll take the steps necessary to do what you say you’re going to do and be accountable for your actions. In other words, “live above the line.”

We know not everyone is ready for this level of performance and we appreciate the honesty for anyone that decides this is not right for them.

On the other hand, you would make an ideal candidate to join our company if you’re willing to follow the “above the line” principles.

Accountability: See it, own it, solve it, do it. Become part of the solution. Respect others and their feelings. Act now.

Ask the question “what else can I do?”

Asked the question “what coaching do you have for me?”

What can I do better?

Personal ownership and pride

Reject average

Show others that you care

Hold each other accountable

Steve Phelan

President, ESP Enterprises, Inc.

Systems Engineer - QA Tester

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